TIPPECANOE HIGH SCHOOL - Tipp City Exempted Village Schools

EARTH’S ENVIRONMENT (SC3790)
This is a year long course designed for Juniors and Seniors that will focus on the Earth’s processes. This course will use
atmospheric, oceanographic, geological and biological concepts to introduce the major processes that have shaped the
Earth's environment and climate (over geological time scales), the evolution of organisms, the cycling of elements and
the feedbacks between these processes. This course might be useful (if necessary) as a review for the science portion
of the Ohio Graduation Test (OGT). This class is a college preparatory course.
*Scientific or graphing calculator required
GRADE -11/12 LENGTH - YEAR CREDIT - 1 PREREQUISITE - BIO OR ACC BIO & CHEM OR ACC CHEM
CHEMISTRY (SC3850)
This is a year long course designed for Sophomores and above who have a comprehensive background in mathematics
(including the successful completion of Algebra I). The course is intended to introduce students to principles, concepts
and methods of operation in chemistry. General concepts and laboratory work are emphasized more than in-depth analysis
of specifics. This class is a college preparatory course. **Scientific or graphing calculator required
GRADE -10/11/12 LENGTH -YEAR CREDIT - 1 PREREQUISITE -ALGEBRA I
ACCELERATED CHEMISTRY (SC3860)
This is a year long course intended for sophomores or higher who have demonstrated a high interest in Math/Science,
exemplary achievement in Math/Science, and an ability to work independently. Instruction assumes the student has
completed at least one year of Algebra with above average or better grades and is proficient in study skills, reading
skills, abstract thinking, and is motivated to learn at a relatively fast pace. This course introduces principles, concepts,
and operational methods of chemistry at a faster pace with supplemental scope and depth. Vocabulary is technical and
many concepts are highly abstract. Reading, lectures, homework, tests, and laboratory work are emphasized. The student
will be expected to keep up with daily homework assignments. This class is a college preparatory course and is
recommended for those with a solid B average or higher in Algebra and recommended Accelerated Biology.
**Scientific or graphing calculator required
GRADE -10/11/12 LENGTH -YEAR CREDIT - 1 PREREQUISITE -ALGEBRA I
(AP) ADVANCED PLACEMENT CHEMISTRY (SC3880)
Advanced Placement Chemistry is a year long course designed to be the equivalent of a first-year college chemistry
course. It builds on the foundations of Chemistry, but places greater emphasis on chemical calculations and problemsolving.
The course focuses heavily on the development of advanced laboratory skills and prepares students to take the
AP Chemistry exam. Some topics included in this course are: stoichiometry and reactions, thermochemistry, gas equilibrium,
acid-base equilibrium, electrochemistry, and coordination compounds. AP Chemistry requires a commitment to
deal with the extra responsibilities assumed (greater workload inside and outside of class) as well as a desire to have a
greater understanding of the content. This course is designed for Juniors and Seniors who have had two years of Algebra
and one of Chemistry with at least a B average in each course. *Scientific or graphing calculator required
GRADE -11/12 LENGTH –YEAR CREDIT -1
PREREQUISITE –CHEMISTRY OR ACC CHEMISTRY AND ALGEBRA II (OR TAKING CONCURRENTLY)
PHYSICS (SC3910)
This is a year long course designed for Juniors and Seniors who have a solid background in math (Algebra I, Algebra II,
and Geometry). The course is intended to introduce students to principles, concepts and operational methods of physics.
This course will include the study of motion, forces, waves, light, and electricity .Readings, problems, lectures, homework,
tests, and laboratory experiences are used to accomplish this study. This class is a college preparatory course.
**scientific or graphing calculator required
(GRADE -11/12 LENGTH -YEAR CREDIT - 1 PREREQUISITE CHEMISTRY OR ACC CHEMISTRY, GEOMETRY
ALGEBRA II AND CONCURRENTLY TAKING TRIG & ALGEBRA III, PRE-CALCULUS OR CALCULUS
(AP) ADVANCED PLACEMENT PHYSICS (SC3920)
This is a year long course (designated as Advanced Placement type B) designed for students who have demonstrated
an exceptionally high interest in Math/Science, exemplary achievement in Math/Science, and ability to work independently.
This course provides a systematic development of the main principles of physics emphasizing problem solving
and helping students develop a deeper understanding of physics concepts. It is assumed that students are familiar
with algebra and trigonometry, although some theoretical developments may use basic concepts of calculus. In most
colleges, this is a one year terminal course including a laboratory component. Success in this course will require a high
degree of effort and dedication. Summer coursework required. **Scientific or Graphing calculator required
GRADE -11/12 LENGTH –YEAR CREDIT -1
PREREQUISITE –CHEMISTRY OR ACC CHEMISTRY AND ALGEBRA II (OR TAKING CONCURRENTLY)
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